Spain took a step closer to retaining the European championship title with a 2-0 Euro 2012 quarter-final victory over France, both goals scored by Xabi Alonso on his 100th international appearance. They earned a semi-final showdown with Portugal on Wednesday. — Photos by Agencies

Supporters celebrate Spain's victory after their Euro 2012 quarter-final soccer match against France at a fan mile in Madrid. ? Photo by Reuters

Supporters of the Spanish national football team celebrate the victory during the Euro 2012 Championships football match between Spain and France. ? Photo by AFP